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Every control measure the library can generate.
75 control measures
11Command and Control Lines04
Boundary
Delineates the area of responsibility between two adjacent units, labeled with the echelon and the designators of the units it separates.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the boundary's corners by curving it through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
echelon | Echelon | enum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command" | "battalion" | Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the line |
echelonSizePixels | Echelon size (screen) | number (px) | 16 | Echelon glyph height in screen pixels |
echelonSize | Echelon size (ground) | number (m) | 750 | Echelon glyph height in meters |
echelonPadding | Echelon padding | number | 0.3 | Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height |
labelRepetitions | Label groups | number | 1 | Number of label groups spaced evenly along the whole boundary |
labelSpacing | Label spacing | number | 1 | Spread of label groups: 1 spreads evenly, lower clusters them toward the middle. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | 0.4 | Gap between the line/echelon and the unit labels, as a ratio of the echelon height |
labelOrientation | Label orientation | enum"along""standard" | "along" | Unit labels along the line, or per MIL-STD-2525E Figure L-10: on mostly northβsouth segments the label group rotates perpendicular to the line as a single row crossing it. |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unit designation | Field T β unique designation of the unit on the left-of-travel side. |
AS | Country | Field AS β country code of the unit on the left-of-travel side. |
T1 | Unit designation (other side) | Field T1 β unique designation of the unit on the right-of-travel side. |
AS1 | Country (other side) | Field AS1 β country code of the unit on the right-of-travel side. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Light line
A line, designated by higher headquarters, forward of which vehicles must use blackout lights at night.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
phaseLineName | Phase line name | text | β | Name the line as a phase line β rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line. |
includePrefix | Show PL prefix | boolean | true | Prefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name). |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
Label placement on a representative shape
Engineer work line
A coordinated boundary compartmentalizing an area of operations to show where specific engineer units have responsibility.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
phaseLineName | Phase line name | text | β | Name the line as a phase line β rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line. |
includePrefix | Show PL prefix | boolean | true | Prefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name). |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unit designation | Field T β unique designation of the engineer unit on the left-of-travel side. |
AS | Country | Field AS β country code of the engineer unit on the left-of-travel side. |
T1 | Unit designation (other side) | Field T1 β unique designation of the engineer unit on the right-of-travel side. |
AS1 | Country (other side) | Field AS1 β country code of the engineer unit on the right-of-travel side. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Generic command and control line
Illustrative command-and-control-style line (not part of MIL-STD-2525E) carrying optional additional-information/designation text above it and an effective date-time-group window below it.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
phaseLineName | Phase line name | text | β | Name the line as a phase line β rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line. |
includePrefix | Show PL prefix | boolean | true | Prefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name). |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown above the line near each end. |
T | Unique designation | Field T β unique designation of the line, shown above it near each end. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the line becomes effective, shown below it near each end. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the line ceases to be effective, shown below it near each end. |
Label placement on a representative shape
12Command and Control Areas07
Area of operations
An operational area defined by a commander for land and naval forces, within which the assigned force conducts military operations.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Named area of interest
A geographical area where information is gathered to satisfy specific intelligence requirements.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Target area of interest
The geographical area where high-value targets can be acquired and engaged by friendly forces.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Airfield zone
A zone enclosing an airfield, marked with a runway glyph; Field H carries the airfield type, runway length and other pertinent information.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | true | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
glyphSizeRatio | Runway size | number | 0.55 | Size of the runway glyph as a ratio of the area's width. |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
H | Additional information | Field H β airfield type, runway length and other information, placed outside the area's east edge. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Base camp
An evolving military facility that supports military operations of a deployed unit and provides the necessary support and services for sustained operations.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | true | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
echelon | Echelon | enum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command" | "none" | Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary. |
echelonSizePixels | Echelon size (screen) | number (px) | 16 | Echelon glyph height in screen pixels. |
echelonSize | Echelon size (ground) | number (m) | 750 | Echelon glyph height in meters. |
echelonPadding | Echelon padding | number | 0.3 | Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height. |
echelonPosition | Echelon position | number | 0 | Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Guerrilla base
A temporary site where guerrilla installations, headquarters, and units are located.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | true | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
echelon | Echelon | enum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command" | "none" | Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary. |
echelonSizePixels | Echelon size (screen) | number (px) | 16 | Echelon glyph height in screen pixels. |
echelonSize | Echelon size (ground) | number (m) | 750 | Echelon glyph height in meters. |
echelonPadding | Echelon padding | number | 0.3 | Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height. |
echelonPosition | Echelon position | number | 0 | Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Generic command and control area
A general-purpose command and control area carrying a designation, additional information and an effective date-time-group window.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | true | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
14Maneuver Lines11
Forward line of own troops (FLOT)
Indicates the most forward positions of friendly forces at a specific time.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
radiusPixels | Radius (screen) | number (px) | 10 | Radius of each scallop arc in screen pixels |
radius | Radius (ground) | number (m) | 50 | Radius of each scallop arc in meters |
arcSegments | Arc segments | number | 16 | Number of points used to render each semicircle |
Phase line
A line used for control and coordination of military operations, usually along a recognizable terrain feature extending across the zone of action.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
includePrefix | Show PL prefix | boolean | true | Prefix the end labels with "PL" (or show a bare "PL" with no designation). |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the phase line's unique designation. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Final Protective Fire (Left)
An immediately available, prearranged barrier of fire designed to impede enemy movement across defensive lines or areas. The blade marks the left arm (PT 1 to PT 2).
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.07 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of each arm's length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.67 | Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length |
bladeHeightRatio | Blade height | number | 0.03 | Blade's perpendicular reach into the V, as a fraction of its arm's length |
Final Protective Fire (Right)
An immediately available, prearranged barrier of fire designed to impede enemy movement across defensive lines or areas. The blade marks the right arm (PT 1 to PT 3).
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.07 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of each arm's length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.67 | Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length |
bladeHeightRatio | Blade height | number | 0.03 | Blade's perpendicular reach into the V, as a fraction of its arm's length |
Principal Direction of Fire
A specific direction or sector toward which a weapon or unit directs fire for a tactical purpose.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.07 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of each arm's length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.67 | Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length |
Direction of Attack β Airborne/Aviation
The direction or route of an airborne or aviation attack.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the route's total length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 1.15 | Arrowhead total width as a ratio of its length |
bowTieLengthRatio | Bow-tie length | number | 0.1 | Aviation mark length as a ratio of the route's total length |
bowTieWidthRatio | Bow-tie width | number | 0.5 | Aviation mark total width as a ratio of its length |
bowTiePosition | Bow-tie position | number | 0.3333333333333333 | Position of the aviation mark along the route, from tail (0) to tip (1) |
labelPosition | Label position | number | 0.6666666666666666 | Position of the T/W/W1 group along the route, from tail (0) to tip (1) |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | 0 | Extra spacing between the route and the date-time rows, in label heights |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the attack route's unique designation. |
W | Start date-time group | Field W β the route's start date-time group. |
W1 | End date-time group | Field W1 β the route's end date-time group. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Direction of Main Attack
The direction or route of the primary attack.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the route's total length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 1.15 | Arrowhead total width as a ratio of its length |
labelPosition | Label position | number | 0.5 | Position of the T/W/W1 group along the route, from tail (0) to tip (1) |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | 0 | Extra spacing between the route and the date-time rows, in label heights |
arrowheadOutlineRatio | Arrowhead outline | number | 0.3 | Outlined arrowhead thickness as a ratio of its length |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the attack route's unique designation. |
W | Start date-time group | Field W β the route's start date-time group. |
W1 | End date-time group | Field W1 β the route's end date-time group. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Direction of Supporting Attack
The direction or route of an attack that supports the main effort.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the route's total length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 1.15 | Arrowhead total width as a ratio of its length |
labelPosition | Label position | number | 0.5 | Position of the T/W/W1 group along the route, from tail (0) to tip (1) |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | 0 | Extra spacing between the route and the date-time rows, in label heights |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the attack route's unique designation. |
W | Start date-time group | Field W β the route's start date-time group. |
W1 | End date-time group | Field W1 β the route's end date-time group. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Ambush
A variation of attack from concealed positions against a moving or temporarily halted enemy.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.15 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the chord span |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.5 | Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length |
hatchLengthRatio | Hatch length | number | 0.15 | Length of the parallel hatches as a fraction of the chord span |
hatchCount | Hatch count | number | 5 | Number of parallel hatches spaced along the curve |
curveDepthRatio | Curve depth | number | 0.25 | How far the back line bends toward the tip, as a fraction of the chord span |
arcSegments | Arc segments | number | 30 | Number of segments used to render the curve |
Handover line
A line where responsibility for a target, area, or force transitions from one unit or headquarters to another.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
phaseLineName | Phase line name | text | β | Name the line as a phase line β rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line. |
includePrefix | Show PL prefix | boolean | true | Prefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name). |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
Label placement on a representative shape
Battle handover line
A designated phase line where responsibility for combat operations transitions between two units, typically at a forward passage of lines.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
phaseLineName | Phase line name | text | β | Name the line as a phase line β rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line. |
includePrefix | Show PL prefix | boolean | true | Prefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name). |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
Label placement on a representative shape
15Maneuver Areas26
Area
A generic maneuver area enclosed by a boundary.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Assembly area
An area a unit occupies to prepare for further operations.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Joint tactical action area
An area, and the airspace above it, within which land, sea, and air-based forces conduct joint tactical actions, normally against a hostile force.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Submarine action area
An area, including the water space and airspace above it, reserved for submarine operations.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Submarine-generated action area
An action area generated around a submarine's reported position, reserved for its operations.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Drop zone
A specified area upon which airborne troops, equipment, or supplies are airdropped.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Extraction zone
A specified drop zone used for the delivery of supplies and/or equipment by means of an extraction technique from an aircraft flying very close to the ground.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Landing zone
A specified ground or water area for the landing of aircraft.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Pickup zone
A specified ground or water area used to pick up personnel or equipment by helicopter.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
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Fortified Area
A specified geographical locality with constructed defensive works as protection against attack.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
toothSizePixels | Tooth size (screen) | number (px) | 10 | Size of the fortified-area teeth, in pixels |
toothSize | Tooth size (ground) | number (m) | 50 | Size of the fortified-area teeth, in meters |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
H | Additional information | Field H β additional free-text information, shown below the designation. |
W | Effective from (DTG) | Field W β date-time group the area becomes effective. |
W1 | Effective to (DTG) | Field W1 β date-time group the area ceases to be effective. |
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Battle Position
A defensive location oriented on a likely enemy avenue of approach, labeled with the echelon of the occupying unit.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
echelon | Echelon | enum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command" | "battalion" | Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary. |
echelonSizePixels | Echelon size (screen) | number (px) | 16 | Echelon glyph height in screen pixels. |
echelonSize | Echelon size (ground) | number (m) | 750 | Echelon glyph height in meters. |
echelonPadding | Echelon padding | number | 0.3 | Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height. |
echelonPosition | Echelon position | number | 0 | Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the unit's designation, centered in the area. |
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Strong Point
A key point in a defensive position, usually strongly fortified and heavily armed, around which other positions are grouped for its protection.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
echelon | Echelon | enum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command" | "battalion" | Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary. |
echelonSizePixels | Echelon size (screen) | number (px) | 16 | Echelon glyph height in screen pixels. |
echelonSize | Echelon size (ground) | number (m) | 750 | Echelon glyph height in meters. |
echelonPadding | Echelon padding | number | 0.3 | Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height. |
echelonPosition | Echelon position | number | 0 | Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge. |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | β | Extra spacing between the area's label rows, as a ratio of the label height |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the unit's designation, centered in the area. |
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Airborne Attack
Airborne or aviation axis of advance.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
shaftWidthRatio | Shaft width | number | 0.6 | Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width |
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the corners where the shaft changes direction. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 5 | Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled. |
Attack Helicopter
Attack helicopter axis of advance.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
shaftWidthRatio | Shaft width | number | 0.6 | Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width |
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the corners where the shaft changes direction. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 5 | Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled. |
symbolHeightRatio | Symbol height | number | 0.45 | Height of the helicopter symbol as a ratio of the head width. |
triangleSizeRatio | Triangle size | number | 0.25 | Size of the top triangle relative to the reference unit. |
bottomBarWidthRatio | Bottom bar width | number | 1.5 | Width of the bottom bar relative to the reference triangle. |
bowtieWidthRatio | Bowtie width | number | 0.8 | Size of the central bowtie relative to the reference triangle. |
Main Attack
Receives the preponderance of available combat power to accomplish the operation's primary purpose.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
shaftWidthRatio | Shaft width | number | 0.6 | Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width |
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the corners where the shaft changes direction. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 5 | Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled. |
Supporting Attack
Supports the main attack by fixing, deceiving, or preventing enemy forces from interfering with it.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
shaftWidthRatio | Shaft width | number | 0.6 | Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width |
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the corners where the shaft changes direction. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 5 | Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled. |
Assault position
That position between the line of departure and the objective in an attack from which forces assault the objective. Ideally, it is the last covered and concealed position before reaching the objective.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
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Attack position
The last position occupied by the assault echelon before crossing the start line/line of departure.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Objective area
A defined geographical area within which is located an objective to be captured or reached by the military forces. This area is defined by competent authority for purposes of command and control.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the area's unique designation. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Encirclement
The loss of freedom of maneuver resulting from enemy control of all ground routes of evacuation and reinforcement.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | true | Round the boundary by curving it through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
barbSpacingRatio | Spacing | number | 0.4 | Spacing between barbs as a ratio of the symbol radius (smaller is denser). |
barbLengthRatio | Barb length | number | 0.16 | Barb height as a ratio of the symbol radius (amplitude). |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
N | Hostile (ENY) marker | Field N β literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Attack by Fire
Uses direct and indirect fires to engage an enemy from a distance without closing, normally to destroy, suppress, fix, or deceive it. Unlike support by fire, it does not support another maneuvering force.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.3 | Arrowhead width as a ratio of the shaft length |
rearLineLengthRatio | Rear line length | number | 0.3 | Length of the rear flare lines as a ratio of the head |
rearLineAngle | Rear line angle | number | 45 | Angle of the rear flare lines, in degrees |
Support By Fire
Engages the enemy by direct fire in support of another maneuvering force, normally to fix or suppress the enemy so it cannot effectively fire on that force.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.3 | Arrowhead width as a ratio of the shaft length |
rearLineLengthRatio | Rear line length | number | 0.3 | Length of the rear flare lines as a ratio of the head |
rearLineAngle | Rear line angle | number | 45 | Angle of the rear flare lines, in degrees |
Search Area
Designates an area to examine systematically for specified persons, forces, materiel, or information.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.5 | Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length |
zigzagStart | Zigzag start | number | 0.55 | Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1). |
zigzagEnd | Zigzag end | number | 0.45 | Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1). |
zigzagAmplitudeRatio | Zigzag amplitude | number | 0.07 | Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length. |
Area Defense
A defensive posture oriented in all directions and focused on retaining specified terrain.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowOpeningAngle | Arrow opening | number | 30 | Angular opening between the two arrow tips, in degrees |
labelOpeningAngle | AD opening | number | 20 | Angular opening occupied by the AD label, in degrees |
barbCount | Barbs | number | 6 | Number of filled outward barbs distributed around the defense |
barbLengthRatio | Barb length | number | 0.16 | Barb height as a ratio of the symbol radius |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.18 | Open-arrowhead length as a ratio of the symbol radius |
Frontal Attack
An offensive maneuver in which the main action is directed against the front.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
shaftWidthRatio | Shaft width | number | 0.6 | Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width |
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the corners where the shaft changes direction. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 5 | Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled. |
crossbarLengthRatio | Straight line length | number | 1.1 | Crossbar length as a multiple of the arrowhead base width |
labelPosition | Designation position | number | 0.25 | Position of Field T along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1) |
dtgPosition | Date-time position | number | 0.62 | Position of Fields W/W1 along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1) |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | 0 | Extra spacing between the W and W1 rows, in label heights |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the maneuver's unique designation. |
W | Start date-time group | Field W β the maneuver's start date-time group. |
W1 | End date-time group | Field W1 β the maneuver's end date-time group. |
Label placement on a representative shape
Turning Movement
A maneuver that passes around or over an enemy's principal defensive positions to secure objectives to the enemy's rear.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
shaftWidthRatio | Shaft width | number | 0.6 | Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width |
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the corners where the shaft changes direction. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 5 | Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled. |
crossbarLengthRatio | Straight line length | number | 1.1 | Crossbar length as a multiple of the arrowhead base width |
labelPosition | Designation position | number | 0.25 | Position of Field T along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1) |
dtgPosition | Date-time position | number | 0.62 | Position of Fields W/W1 along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1) |
labelPadding | Label padding | number | 0 | Extra spacing between the W and W1 rows, in label heights |
Text amplifiers
| Field | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
T | Unique designation | Field T β the maneuver's unique designation. |
W | Start date-time group | Field W β the maneuver's start date-time group. |
W1 | End date-time group | Field W1 β the maneuver's end date-time group. |
Label placement on a representative shape
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Block
Integrates fires and obstacles to stop an attacker along an avenue of approach or prevent it from passing through an engagement area. Establishes a limit of enemy advance.
No parameters β shape is fully determined by its points.
Disrupt
Integrates fires and obstacles to break up an enemy's formation and tempo, interrupt its timetable, commit breaching assets prematurely, and force a piecemeal attack.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
middleArrowLengthRatio | Middle arrow length | number | 0.65 | Middle arrow length as a ratio of the longest (top) arrow. |
bottomArrowLengthRatio | Bottom arrow length | number | 0.45 | Bottom arrow length as a ratio of the longest (top) arrow. |
shaftLengthRatio | Shaft length | number | 0.65 | Center shaft length as a ratio of the longest arrow, extending opposite. |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the longest arrow |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the longest arrow |
Fix
Slows an attacker within a specified area, giving friendly forces time to acquire, target, and destroy it throughout the area's depth.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadAngle | Arrowhead angle | number | 35 | Half-angle of the open arrowhead wings, in degrees. |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.16 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the axis length |
endSegmentRatio | End segment | number | 0.2 | Flat end segment length as a ratio of the axis (capped at 0.35). |
Turn
Diverts an enemy formation from one avenue of approach to another or into an engagement area. The arrow indicates the desired direction of turn.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.16 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the rear-to-tip distance |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.16 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the rear-to-tip distance |
arcSegments | Arc segments | number | 64 | Number of line segments approximating the quarter-circle shaft. |
Obstacle Bypass Easy
Obstacle bypass (easy) with parallel rails and two arrowheads.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the opening width |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the opening width |
defaultLengthRatio | Default length | number | 1.5 | Symbol depth as a ratio of opening width when no hint point is given |
Obstacle Bypass Difficult
Obstacle bypass (difficult) with zigzag rear line and arrowheads.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the opening width |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the opening width |
defaultLengthRatio | Default length | number | 1.5 | Symbol depth as a ratio of opening width when no hint point is given |
zigzagAmplitudeRatio | Zigzag amplitude | number | 0.12 | Zigzag tooth depth as a ratio of the opening width. |
zigzagSpacingRatio | Zigzag spacing | number | 0.18 | Spacing between zigzag teeth as a ratio of the opening width. |
Obstacle Bypass Impossible
Obstacle bypass (impossible) with rear barrier marks and arrowheads.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the opening width |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the opening width |
defaultLengthRatio | Default length | number | 1.5 | Symbol depth as a ratio of opening width when no hint point is given |
rearBarLengthRatio | Rear bar length | number | 0.12 | Length of each rear barrier bar as a ratio of the opening width. |
rearGapRatio | Rear gap | number | 0.08 | Gap between the two rear bars as a ratio of the opening width. |
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Ditch - Under Construction
Antitank ditch obstacle under construction.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
toothHeightPixels | Tooth height (screen) | number (px) | 10 | Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth |
toothHeight | Tooth height (ground) | number (m) | 50 | Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth |
toothWidthRatio | Tooth width ratio | number (x) | 1.15 | Tooth base span as a multiple of height |
Ditch - Completed
Completed antitank ditch obstacle.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
toothHeightPixels | Tooth height (screen) | number (px) | 10 | Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth |
toothHeight | Tooth height (ground) | number (m) | 50 | Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth |
toothWidthRatio | Tooth width ratio | number (x) | 1.15 | Tooth base span as a multiple of height |
Antitank Wall
Antitank wall obstacle.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
toothHeightPixels | Tooth height (screen) | number (px) | 10 | Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth |
toothHeight | Tooth height (ground) | number (m) | 50 | Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth |
toothWidthRatio | Tooth width ratio | number (x) | 2.2 | Tooth base span as a multiple of height |
toothSpacingRatio | Tooth spacing ratio | number (x) | 1.35 | Gap between teeth as a multiple of base width |
Fortified Line
Fortified line with castellated square-wave boundary.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the line's corners by curving the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 16 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
toothSizePixels | Tooth size (screen) | number (px) | 10 | Side length of the square crenellations |
toothSize | Tooth size (ground) | number (m) | 50 | Side length of the square crenellations |
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Block
Denies the enemy access to an area or avenue of approach, normally for a specified time or until a specified event occurs. The enemy may still move in other directions.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
labelGapRatio | Label gap | number | 0.2 | Size of the shaft gap holding the 'B' label, as a ratio of the front length |
Breach
Breaks through or establishes a passage through enemy defenses, obstacles, minefields, or fortifications using synchronized combined arms.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
tickLengthRatio | Tick length | number | 0.15 | Length of the outward end ticks, as a ratio of the front opening width |
tickAngle | Tick angle | number | 45 | Outward lean of the end ticks from perpendicular, in degrees |
labelGapRatio | Label gap | number | 0.2 | Size of the rear-line gap holding the 'B' label, as a ratio of the front length |
Bypass
Deliberately avoids contact with an obstacle or enemy force to maintain momentum and avoid unnecessary combat.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the front opening width |
labelGapRatio | Label gap | number | 0.2 | Size of the rear-line gap holding the 'B' label, as a ratio of the front length |
Canalize
Restricts enemy movement to a narrow zone using terrain, obstacles, fires, or friendly maneuver, making the enemy vulnerable to piecemeal destruction.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
tickLengthRatio | Tick length | number | 0.15 | Length of the inward end ticks, as a ratio of the front opening width |
tickAngle | Tick angle | number | 45 | Inward lean of the end ticks from perpendicular, in degrees |
labelGapRatio | Label gap | number | 0.2 | Size of the rear-line gap holding the 'C' label, as a ratio of the front length |
Clear
Eliminates enemy forces within an assigned area by destroying, capturing, or forcing their withdrawal so they cannot offer organized resistance.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowInsetRatio | Arrow padding | number | 0.15 | Padding between the line endpoints and the outer arrows, as a ratio of height |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.15 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the symbol height |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the symbol height |
labelGapRatio | Label gap | number | 0.2 | Size of the shaft gap holding the 'C' label, as a ratio of the shaft length |
Delay
Trades space for time while under pressure, slowing the enemy's momentum and inflicting maximum damage without becoming decisively engaged.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length |
labelGapRatio | Label gap | number | 0.18 | Size of the shaft gap holding the 'D' label, as a ratio of the shaft length |
arcSegments | Arc segments | number | 32 | Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc |
Isolate
Seals an enemy off from support, denies freedom of movement, and prevents contact with other enemy forces while offensive action continues against it.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
openingAngle | Opening | number | 30 | Angular width of the gap on the friendly side, in degrees |
barbCount | Barbs | number | 9 | Number of inward-pointing barbs spaced along the closed arc |
barbLengthRatio | Barb length | number | 0.18 | Length of each inward barb, as a ratio of the symbol radius |
Cover
Protects the main body by fighting to gain time while observing and reporting information and preventing enemy ground observation of and direct fire against the main body; unlike a screen or guard, a covering force is tactically self-contained and operates independently of the main body.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.5 | Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length |
zigzagStart | Zigzag start | number | 0.55 | Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1). |
zigzagEnd | Zigzag end | number | 0.45 | Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1). |
zigzagAmplitudeRatio | Zigzag amplitude | number | 0.07 | Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length. |
labelInsetRatio | Letter position | number | 0.2 | Inset of each task letter from PT. 2 or PT. 3 across the center opening |
Guard
Protects the main body by fighting to gain time while observing and reporting information and preventing enemy ground observation of and direct fire against the main body; a guard force operates within supporting range of the main body and cannot operate independently of it.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.5 | Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length |
zigzagStart | Zigzag start | number | 0.55 | Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1). |
zigzagEnd | Zigzag end | number | 0.45 | Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1). |
zigzagAmplitudeRatio | Zigzag amplitude | number | 0.07 | Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length. |
labelInsetRatio | Letter position | number | 0.2 | Inset of each task letter from PT. 2 or PT. 3 across the center opening |
Screen
Provides early warning to the protected force through observation, identification, reporting, and continuous surveillance of the enemy.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.12 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.5 | Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length |
zigzagStart | Zigzag start | number | 0.55 | Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1). |
zigzagEnd | Zigzag end | number | 0.45 | Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1). |
zigzagAmplitudeRatio | Zigzag amplitude | number | 0.07 | Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length. |
labelInsetRatio | Letter position | number | 0.2 | Inset of each task letter from PT. 2 or PT. 3 across the center opening |
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Block Arrow
Solid filled arrow with a controllable shaft width and selectable head (triangle, barbed, concave, diamond, harpoon, swallowtail, tee). Not a doctrinal symbol.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
shaftWidthRatio | Shaft width | number | 0.06 | Shaft band width as a fraction of the total path length |
arrowheadStyle | Arrowhead style | enum"triangle""barbed""concave""diamond""harpoon""swallowtail""tee" | "triangle" | Arrowhead silhouette |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.18 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the total path length |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.22 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total path length |
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the shaft's corners by curving it through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled |
filled | Filled | boolean | true | Fill the body solid; when off the arrow is drawn as an outline only. |
Classic Arrow
Clean straight arrow with a selectable head (triangle, barbed, concave, diamond, harpoon, swallowtail, chevron, circle, tee, open). Not a doctrinal symbol.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Round the shaft's corners by curving it through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled |
arrowheadStyle | Arrowhead style | enum"triangle""barbed""concave""diamond""harpoon""swallowtail""chevron""circle""tee""open" | "triangle" | Arrowhead silhouette |
arrowheadLengthRatio | Arrowhead length | number | 0.2 | Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total path length |
arrowheadWidthRatio | Arrowhead width | number | 0.14 | Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the total path length |
Line
A non-doctrinal free polyline through two or more control points.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Curve the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
Polygon
A non-doctrinal free polygon with one outer ring.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
smooth | Smooth | boolean | false | Curve the path through the control points. |
smoothResolution | Smooth resolution | number | 12 | Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled. |
filled | Filled | boolean | false | Fill the interior instead of rendering an outline only. |
Rectangle
A non-doctrinal oriented rectangle defined by three adjacent corners.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
filled | Filled | boolean | false | Fill the interior instead of rendering an outline only. |
Circle
A non-doctrinal circle defined by a center and radius point.
Parameters
| Key | Label | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
filled | Filled | boolean | false | Fill the interior instead of rendering an outline only. |